Ento-musings from the University of Kentucky Department of Entomology


Friday, August 26, 2011

2011 Kentucky State Fair: 4-H Entomology Winners

Blake Newton, UK Extension Entomology

The winners of the 2011 4-H St. Fair insect collection competition have been chosen, and they are currently on display at the Kentucky St. Fair in Cloverville. We had a lot of very nice collections this year, with 27 total entries. Congratulations to all of the winners, and to everyone who participated!

Here are the Class Champions for each project:
1st Year (Class 687): Cody Hart, Metcalfe County
2nd Year (Class 688): Gabe Stephenson, Grant County
3rd Year (Class 689): Leslie Pike, Larue County
4th Year (Class 690): Sandra Brock, Harrison County

And the overall Grand Champion for Entomology was also Leslie Pike from Larue County.

Learn more about making a 4-H Entomology Collection.

Monday, August 22, 2011

New Facebook Page: Kentucky Bugs

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We've just created a new Facebook page called Kentucky Bugs. It is maintained by extension Professor Dr. Lee Townsend, and it is regularly updated with pictures of insects and other arthropods that are seasonally active. It's an easy way to learn about Kentucky insects, and it can keep you updated on those creatures that are out-and-about during different times of the year.

Visit Kentucky Bugs here: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Kentucky-Bugs/262237810453730